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Commission for Environmental Cooperation

Three countries working together to protect our shared environment

International collaboration between Canada, Mexico and the United States on environmental issues of common interest

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We conduct research, provide tools and training, and provide a unique space for decision-makers and the public to engage on environmental policy issues affecting the North American region.

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CEC Council, the environment ministers of Canada, Mexico and the United States, to meet September 9-10, 2021, in Wilmington, North Carolina

Have Your Say: Public Consultation on the CEC’s New Trilateral Projects

How to file a submission with the CEC

CEC Submission on Enforcement Matters Webinar with the Sustainability Network

Webinar: New tools to prevent marine litter across North America

News

Why and How to Measure Food Loss and Waste: A Practical Guide 2.0

March 15, 2021

CEC receives its 100th submission on enforcement matters regarding a port expansion project in Canada

February 16, 2021

Economist Dr. Pedro Moctezuma Barragán to lead the CEC’s Joint Public Advisory Committee

January 21, 2021

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Events

28th Regular Session of the CEC Council and Meeting of the Joint Public Advisory Committee

9 and 10 September, 2021

How to file a submission with the Commission for Environmental Cooperation

May 18, 2021

New tools to help communities prevent marine litter in North America

May 13, 2021

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Ecosystems Ecosystems
Enforcement Enforcement
Green Economy Green Economy
Pollutants Pollutants

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Joint Public Advisory Committee

JPAC hosts interactive public forums throughout North America where participants are asked to contribute their thoughts, views and expertise on our environmental priorities

Submissions on Enforcement Matters

If you believe that an environmental law is not being effectively enforced by Canada, Mexico or the United States, you can file a submission on enforcement matters

North American Partnership for Environmental Community Action

NAPECA is a community grant program that engages with local and indigenous communities

Youth Initiatives

Our youth initiatives encourage the next generation of leaders to apply their knowledge and creativity to solve environmental challenges

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Our new logo represents “Three countries working together to protect our shared environment”

It shows the rich #biodiversity of 🇨🇦🇲🇽🇺🇸, our common ecosystems & species, & shows our interconnectedness

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Have you seen our new logo?! The #monarch butterfly remains emblematic of the work we do across North America 🇲🇽🇺🇸🇨🇦, since the 🦋 relies on a healthy environment to complete its epic migrations

Check out today's news on our 2021 Council Session
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#DesertificationAndDroughtDay on 17 June is all about healthy land for healthy people 👧🏽👦🏽

Our program will feature inspiring activities for all generations, so get ready to join in and support #RestorationLandRecovery 🌳🌺🌳

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